Mercedes-Benz - 450 SL - 1972

Mercedes R107 model 450 SL Manufactured in 1971, first registered in 1972. The most desirable colour scheme of the car: Red (red signal) With light beige upholstery (kissel beige) and string carpets. With the appropriate shade to match the characteristics of the original. The above specimen has undergone a complete renovation. It was purchased as a fully functional, original vehicle, therefore it was an ideal base for a complete renovation. This specimen has been completely dismantled. The bodywork was repaired and thoroughly secured. Then it was painted with due care to the details from the first year of production (recesses of the soft roof, recesses in the trunk, sills - they were given the colour of the day of release from the factory, different from the later years of this model) . Red, code 568 H (signal red) - this vehicle has been painted with chemical varnishes with additional clearcoats that protect against UV rays. The windshield was replaced with a new one for the sake of aesthetics and safety. The suspension was completely disassembled, stoved and then all elements of connectors, simerblocks, rockers, rubber elements were replaced and new shock absorbers with comfortable characteristics were installed. Braking and fuel system - all hoses replaced with new ones, flexible and metal, regenerated brake calipers (new linings, piston rubbers) , protected with new coatings, brake fluid replaced. Drive shaft, rear axle restored and flooded with appropriate oil. Black stove-enamelled steel wheels, renewed chrome and body-coloured caps. New tires installed in accordance with the speed index and European standards and with the characteristics of the tread from the car's production period. All gaskets on the car replaced with new ones, as well as rubber strips on the bumpers. Upholstery: soft roof cover in a perfect condition, Seats re-trimmed with leather of a colour consistent with the original (kissel beige) and with embossing in the leather identical to the original (Cross) . The dashboard, cockpit, door panels, handle, upholstery elements renewed. All carpets, floor coverings of a cream-beige colour are new (string like in the original) . The car's electrics have been thoroughly overhauled, and the weaker elements have been replaced with new ones. Clock board dismantled and each element checked and refurbished. Front and rear lamps regenerated, reflectors newly electroplated, polished glass, structural elements of the lamps painted. Original chrome elements, cleaned and refreshed and protected from the inside. The engine was dismantled, the heads are completely reconditioned (guides, springs, valve seats . . .) , the original pistons are installed (low mileage, perfect condition) , the seals are replaced. Reconditioned injection system, new wires, candles, injector rubbers, electric housings and connectors for injectors, regenerated vacuum system, sensors checked. The radiator after regeneration, the glass fluid tank has been replaced with a new one, according to the original. Automatic gearbox overhauled, replaced seals, filter, oil. The car has travelled about 650 km since the renovation and the mileage continues to increase as long as the weather is favourable for driving a convertible (current counter reading: 98720) . Link to the driving video: https: //youtu. be/3j6GDr. Oep. Y0 From the fall of 1971, 450 SLs were produced, initially for the US market. At 5,000 rpm, its M 117 engine delivered 132 k. W (180 hp) for the California version and 140 k. W (190 hp) for the other states. US trade designation 350 SL 4. 5, non-US trade designation 450 SL (225 hp) in the European version. Top speed was 215 km / h: from 0 to 100 km / h it increased in 8. 8 seconds. In 1972, the 450 SLC appeared, a suitable coupé version, with identical engine and identical performance. Before March 1973, both were intended solely for export, after which they were included in the general range of sales. This exact specimen was produced in December 1971. In 1971, 2,331 pieces (including prototypes) of the R107 E45 model were produced. The Mercedes R107 model from the beginning of production in such perfect condition is a treat for collectors, there are not many copies from the first series on the market, high upward trends in the prices of these cars. On world markets recently they are showing more and more interest also as a capital investment, although above all the car is a lot of fun as an example of a classic that you can travel freely and comfortably. Polish location - Cracow.